U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) issued the following statement after the court hearing in Venezuela regarding Matthew Heath's detainment by the Maduro regime:
"We are approaching six months since Matthew Heath was unjustly detained by the Maduro regime in Venezuela. My office is monitoring developments from today's hearing and I remain deeply concerned about Mr. Heath's ability to receive due process. The Maduro regime has not been transparent about this case or adhered to international norms for this court case. My office remains in contact with the Heath family, the Department of State, and the United States Embassy in Bogotá, Colombia. I will continue to monitor this case and push for Mr. Heath's release so that he can be safely reunited with his family here in East Tennessee."
Background:
- October 31, 2020: English/Español: Fleischmann Statement on Matthew Heath's Unjust Imprisonment in Venezuela
- January 27, 2020: Fleischmann Urges Secretary Blinken to Continue Work to Secure the Release of Matthew Heath
Original source can be found here.
